In this issue

CARMAG, celebrating its 65th year in 2022, is Southern Africa’s leading multimedia automotive consumer brand.

It caters for a wide spectrum of motoring enthusiasts and owes its lasting reputation to critical road tests and driving impressions of the latest models in South Africa.

RED-LETTER DAY

After a 50-year absence, there could be no better way to celebrate the centenary of the world's greatest endurance race, than victory by one of the most revered names in racing

5 mins

Citroën C3 Feel 1,2 manual

There's a lot to like about the new, India-sourced Citroën C3 package, not least its compelling price point

3 mins

Silk road

Two brands debuting in South Africa also happen to compete in the same segment. Here's our verdict on the new Omoda 5 and BAIC Beijing X55

6 mins

GWM P Series 2,0 LTD 4X4 Auto

On the back of impressive market inroads for this budget-friendly double-cab, GWM has upped the ante by introducing a more rugged P-Series LTD derivative. Can its competence match its stronger presence?

3 mins

Boardroom brawl

One of performance motoring's favourite inter-brand battles is back. But step aside, Merc C63 and BMW M3, it's time for the middleweights to spar

6 mins

ΚΟΜΒΙ COMRADES

Car collectors Anton Lubbe and Werner Viljoen let us in on what makes their friendship so special

3 mins

If it ain't broke...

Subaru's updates to its popular raised-ride-height XV include a new name. Meet the Crosstrek

3 mins

Defenders, assemble

The already comprehensive Land Rover Defender range has welcomed a new eight-seater 130 edition

3 mins

Wicked viking

With 300 kW on tap and a trendy sloped-roof design, the Volvo C40 takes the fight to its German EV rivals - and then some

3 mins

LIFTED LAMBO

The Bolognese Raging Bull has unleashed arguably the wildest take yet on its mid-engined V10 supercar: the rugged-looking Huracán Sterrato

6 mins

EVOLUTION OF THE SPECIES

The crimson Type R badge is synonymous with high-performance motoring inspired by Honda's rich racing heritage. The latest Civic Type R package has a point to prove to those who may have lost faith

6 mins

WHAT'S UP, MAZDA?

In the first part of a new series aimed at giving local automotive brands an opportunity to touch base with South African consumer, we open the floor for Craig Roberts, Managing Director of Mazda Southern Africa

3 mins

TRIPLE 3 AT THE READY

An anniversary-edition Volkswagen Golf R with more power and poise

1 min

QUINTESSENTIAL GRAND TOURER

The successor to the svelte DB11, the DB12 is also the first model in the Aston Martin line-up to feature the British marque's new logo

2 mins

FINN, INTERRUPTED

Less than four years separate Mika Häkkinen's maiden and swansong F1 victories between 1997 and 2001, when he bitterly battled against Michael Schumacher. As it happens, their history stretches far further, rendering the tragedy of the double champ's premature exit from F1 all the greater

6 mins

PETROLHEAD NIRVANA

Peeking over the clouds and onto the lush greenery of the Knysna landscape, the 13th edition of the prestigious Simola Hillclimb had the sun prevail through the tumultuous weekend weather moments before the King of the Hill Challenge was about to get underway

5 mins

Posh family hauler

After enjoying to a half a year worth of testing Kia's flagship turbo petrol Sportage confirmed its place as one of the segment's most accomplished offerings

4 mins

BMW X1 sDrive18i xLine

The third-generation BMW X1 offers improved overall refinement and comfort, as well as a more versatile interior than before. Could it be the new segment leader?

3 mins

Nissan X-Trail 2,5 Acenta Plus 4WD

The most accomplished version of the X-Trail is yet another compelling addition to a competitive segment

4 mins

Sibling rivalry

Toyota’s fourth local tie-up with Suzuki unlocks extended proportions and more distinct styling for the second generstion of SA’s most popular crossover, but its badge belies which of the two offers better ultimate value

4 mins

WINTER BLISS

Equipped with a short and precise 6-speed manual transmission and a fold away roof, the Ferrari 360 Spider is one of the more affordable entry points to Ferrari ownership. We take one for a drive outside of Johannesburg

4 mins

A subtle facelift

The Isuzu mu-X 7-seater adventure SUV has already received an update in SA, including the addition of a new model

3 mins

Mazda's big ambition

Sitting at the top of Mazda's SUV range the new CX-60 arrives as the CX-5's upmarket sibling

4 mins

Price puzzle prize winner

Kia cleverly adds three diesel options to the popular Sportage range, two of which have no direct price-range rivals

3 mins

HOW TO SAVE FUEL

Fuel prices have been rising without any sign of significant relief. In times like these, it's helpful to understand how to save fuel, what works and what doesn't

3 mins

THE ART OF FLIGHT

From humble beginnings, the discipline of monster-truck driving has spawned a multi-million-dollar business that continues to wow audiences, young and old, around the world. Ian McLaren attended the Cape Town leg of Monster Jam's recent tour

4 mins

SPICE ROUTE

A timely update to the third-generation Cayenne range aims to ease this popular SUV, the best-selling product in Porsche's history, into its all-electric future

4 mins

RISE OF THE RSI

A project overseen by the former President and CEO of Toyota, Akio Toyoda, the arrival in South Africa of the mighty GR Corolla reminds us of a time when the RSi badge regularly ruffled the feathers of hot-hatch royalty

4 mins

LONG-RANGE EV CRUISER

As the VW ID.7 nears production, it looks to have answered some of the most pressing questions about covering distance in an EV

1 min

MOST POWERFUL MAC

The McLaren 750S has just been unveiled, and it takes up the mantle as most powerful model produced by the British firm

1 min

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CAR South Africa Magazine Description:

CAR is Southern Africa’s leading automotive-interest magazine – and has been since 1957. It’s aimed at petrol-heads of all ages looking for, expert reviews, road tests, driving impressions of the latest models available and great motoring content from the country’s leading motoring journalists.